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On October 5, Nebraska Appleseed will gather again to celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations who have stood up for justice and opportunity for all during the 2023 Good Apple Awards. We are proud to recognize this year’s honorees. The Roots of Justice Award recognizes grassroots advocates who have made outstanding contributions to […]

Help us welcome Kait Madsen (she/her/hers) to the Appleseed Team! Kait is our new Field Director, managing and leading Nebraska Appleseed and the Nebraska Appleseed Action Fund’s ballot initiative and campaign field work to fight for a more just society.  Kait graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2021, where she was

Big impact happens when we work together. You’ve proven that during this year’s Give to Lincoln Day! From all of us at Nebraska Appleseed, THANK YOU for your generous support and care for our community.

Today is the start of Give to Lincoln Day — one of the biggest opportunities all year to make a huge impact on building a just, vibrant, and inclusive Nebraska. We’re so appreciative of some generous friends of Appleseed that have pledged a $10,000 bonus when we reach our goal of 350 supporters by Midnight,

Nebraska Appleseed’s volunteers are a vital part of the organization’s work and the fight for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans. Their dedication and commitment to the cause are truly admirable, and they serve as an inspiration to us all. All of us at Appleseed are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who’ve contributed to its

April 16 – 22 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week! At Nebraska Appleseed we celebrate volunteers, interns, and clerks because they are an essential part of the work that we do across the state. We appreciate the effort and energy that volunteers, interns, and clerks put into our community no matter where they are. Thank you

Nebraska Appleseed is a heavy lifter for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans. They’re instrumental in influencing and making policy at all levels of government.  I know first-hand — as a 20-year member of the Nebraska Legislature and former Appleseed board member — that Appleseed can be counted on for their solid research, credibility, and

Help us welcome Gabriel Long Soldier (he/him/his) to the Nebraska Appleseed team! Gabriel is joining us as Program Associate and will provide support to Appleseed’s program and strategy directors by leading the administration of our intern and law clerk programs, organizing and supporting Appleseed projects, and so much more. Gabriel was born and raised in

Jan Gradwohl was not shy about calling out injustice and inequity, and using her power to create positive change. We’re sad to share that Jan recently passed away at the age of 93 and leaves an enormous legacy as an advocate for justice. Jan was a longtime Nebraska Appleseed board member, having served from 2008

We set an ambitious goal to raise $80,000 during last week’s drive, and YOU delivered to help sustain momentum into 2023 so that every Nebraskan has the rights, resources, and opportunities to thrive! With the combined efforts of over 200 advocates we surpassed our goal and raised nearly $90,000! YOU have shown that we can